Watching Brave in the movie theater, I tried to keep a blogger’s keen eye on the story. At one point, though, I became totally captivated, lost in the moment of Merida galloping her black steed Angus through the forest. I found myself transported to another world because the scene created a very real and emotional connection. . . . → Read More: Princesses, Horses, and Heroism

Ridley Scott and Brian Wood share something in common in their backgrounds with Joss Whedon, and they’re also known for writing strong female characters. . . . → Read More: Men On Writing Strong Female Characters

As I interviewed Allston for the Insider, we had plenty to discuss about strong female characters. Our chat inspired a trip down memory lane, back to the original X-Wing books that had cemented my Expanded Universe fandom. As I reread the series, one of my all-time favorite characters, Tyria Sarkin Tainer, captured my attention once more. Now, though, I was also experiencing the stories with a critical eye toward examining how these female characters become memorable and what made them resonate still. . . . → Read More: Seeking SFH: Tyria Sarkin Tainer Fights for the Jedi Team